Product classification

HS code for Dyed artificial fiber knit fabric: 6006.42

Fabrics, knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, dyed.

Classification of dyed artificial fiber knit fabric under HS 6006.42

HS code 6006.42 is designated for knitted or crocheted fabrics made of artificial fibers that have been dyed. This classification falls under Chapter 60, which encompasses all knitted or crocheted textile products. The specific heading 6006 is used for "other" knitted fabrics, meaning those that do not qualify as pile fabrics (60.01) or elastomeric/rubberized fabrics (60.02 through 60.04). The sub-classification .42 identifies the material as artificial fibers—such as viscose, acetate, or triacetate—and the finishing process as dyed. These fabrics are typically produced on circular knitting machines, resulting in a flexible, breathable material commonly used in the garment industry for linings, t-shirts, and lightweight dresses. The fabric must be dyed a single uniform color to meet this specific subheading.

Covers
  • Dyed viscose circular knit fabric
  • Dyed modal jersey knit
  • Dyed acetate knitted lining
  • Dyed rayon interlock knit
  • Dyed artificial fiber rib knit
Also under 6006.42
  • Lenzing Modal dyed fabric
  • Birla Viscose dyed knit
  • Tencel Luxe dyed jersey
  • Asahi Kasei Bemberg dyed knit
  • Inditex (using such fabrics)

Codes often confused with 6006.42

Common mistake. This code is often confused with HS code 6005.42, which is reserved for warp-knit fabrics (like those made on Raschel or Tricot machines). It is also frequently misclassified with 6006.32, which covers dyed synthetic fibers like polyester. Importers must verify if the fiber is regenerated cellulose (artificial) or petroleum-based (synthetic) to ensure the correct heading is applied.

6005.42Fabrics; warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, dyed6006.32Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, dyed

Top exporters and importers of HS 600642 (the code used for dyed artificial fiber knit fabric), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 600642 (the code used for dyed artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 78% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 19% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 600642, not only dyed artificial fiber knit fabric.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 China $547M
  2. 2 Türkiye $31M
  3. 3 Italy $20M

World total: $704M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Vietnam* ~$120M
  2. 2 Cambodia* ~$75M
  3. 3 Bangladesh* ~$63M

World total: $623M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM code for dyed artificial fiber knit fabric

Brazil classifies dyed artificial fiber knit fabric under NCM 6006.42.00: HS 6006.42 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about dyed artificial fiber knit fabric

What is the HS code for Dyed artificial fiber knit fabric?

The HS code for Dyed artificial fiber knit fabric is 600642 (Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, dyed). The correct HS code for dyed knitted or crocheted fabrics of artificial fibers is 6006.42.

How do I classify Dyed artificial fiber knit fabric for customs?

Dyed artificial fiber knit fabric is classified under HS code 600642 — Fabrics; knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of artificial fibres, dyed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is modal fabric classified under this code?

Yes, modal is considered an artificial fiber because it is a type of rayon made from regenerated cellulose, and if it is knitted and dyed, it falls under 6006.42.

Which countries are the top exporters of dyed artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600642)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 600642 (the code used for dyed artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($547M, 78% of world exports), Türkiye ($31M) and Italy ($20M). World exports came to about $704M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of dyed artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600642)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 600642 (the code used for dyed artificial fiber knit fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $120M, 19% of world imports), Cambodia (about $75M) and Bangladesh (about $63M). World imports came to about $623M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Is the HS code for Dyed artificial fiber knit fabric the same in all countries?

The base HS code 600642 for Dyed artificial fiber knit fabric is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.

What is the NCM code for dyed artificial fiber knit fabric in Brazil?

In Brazil, dyed artificial fiber knit fabric (HS 600642) is classified under NCM 6006.42.00.